Suns out, Snacks out! Am I right? Once Aimery is out of school, our schedule gets a lot more hectic! Sometimes it’s hard to find better-for-you snacks ideas that are convenient to take on adventures of any size! Popchips are the perfect summer time snack to bring on a trip to the pool or on your summer road trip, since they are perfect for sharing with friends and family on the go.
Read MoreHi friends! Let’s get down to business! Ever have those times where you eat way too much at a family picnic? You just couldn’t stop eating all the fruit or the chips and dip were too good to put down? Yeah, me too! Ever have one of those times where you regret it? Your stomach feels so bloated? Yeah, me too! Let’s be honest, we’ve all been there. Well, I would love to share with you a product I found to help me and I’m sure it will help you too! Keep reading to hear all about the perfect remedy for bloating, pressure, and discomfort so you can get back to enjoy that quality family and friends time!
Read MoreWho doesn’t love a good snack? We are always snacking in our home and also while on the go, so keeping healthy options in our kitchen is a total must. Since Aimery and I are both pretty active between working out at the gym and playing sports, I always try to incorporate more protein into our diet. Aimery definitely loves his sweets, but I do NOT love the sugar crash that comes along with it! Even with the pickiest toddler (I know all about that!) you can still find snack options that work for both you and your kids. I have found 5 healthy snack options that work for both me and my picky toddler to keep us going through the day… Keep reading for the list!
Read MoreAlthough it isn’t always easy, I do what I can to have healthy eating habits in our home. My son is such a picky eater, so it can be difficult to get him to eat foods that have a healthy twist. Normally he can smell out every vegetable I try to hide in his favorite foods - nothing gets by him! I have had to be reallyyy sneaky lately to hide nutrient-dense foods into his 5 food groups (you know - chicken nuggets, pizza, mac and cheese, yogurt, and dessert). This week, I managed to sneak something that may seem crazy into his chocolate… Tofu! Yes, you read that right!
Read MoreSince Aimery started preschool this year, I am constantly running to drop off/pick up, along with all the other activities he has going on in the evenings. We are very busy during the week, so finding snacks that he can eat while at home and also on the go after school is important! Today, we were able to have an after school picnic and enjoy the beautiful spring weather.
Read MoreI’m so excited to share my new favorite pasta sauce! We love making this sauce with our spaghetti and meatballs on weeknights because it only takes a few minutes to make! I’ve even found a way to sneak extra veggies without Aimery knowing. 😉Any way to sneak more vegetables into your toddlers diet, am I right?! Here's the recipe 👇🏻
Read MoreNow that Aimery is getting older, we have started sleeping in and watching cartoons on Saturday morning before finally getting around to cooking a late breakfast together. His favorite breakfast right now is Chunky Monkey toast with Thomas Breakfast Cinnamon Swirl Bread 😋
Read MoreI’m always looking for quick and easy breakfast ideas, especially for when I’m running out the door in the morning! I recently fell in love with hummus toast and have been experimenting with new toppings to keep it interesting! My two year old is obsessed with hummus toast and loves to eat breakfast together every morning.
Read MoreIn celebration of Cars Day this week on February 11th, we decided to throw a Pixar Cars party for Aimery and all of his friends! You guys know that we’ll take any excuse to party, so throwing a Pixar Cars party seemed like a really fun idea! Aimery has recently become obsessed with watching Cars and totally freaked out over his new Mattel Disney Pixar Cars. I picked up his favorite cars (no other then Lightning McQueen and Mater), along with the rest of the new collection for his friends!
Read MoreIt’s that time of the year again, which means it’s time to grab your friends and family and celebrate the big game! Over the weekend, we had a Big Game party! From nachos to pigs in a blanket and cheese boards to baked beans, our party had it all! The hero of our party was hands down the Game Day Hatfield Nachos. Aimery would have eaten the whole plate if I let him!
Read MoreEvery Sunday, I do all of my meal planning, grocery shopping, and cooking for the ENTIRE week. Although it’s a lot of work to do in one day, it makes my life as a single parent easier since I don’t have to worry about cooking for the rest of the week.
Read MoreIt’s my favorite time of year - Thanksgiving! Like I wrote about in this post, Thanksgiving is a huge holiday for my family and we love to celebrate together. Before all of my family comes into town this week, I decided to get some of my friends together over the weekend to throw a Friendsgiving.
Read MoreI’m all for throwing together parties at the last minute! This past week, we had a last-minute Halloween pajama party. It was such an easy party to set up and the kids absolutely loved it! All the food was from items that I already had in my pantry. The best kinds of parties are those where no extra shopping is involved!
Read MoreIt’s that time of year again! I love celebrating the big game by throwing a homegate with my closest friends and family! And what would a game day be without basic football party food? Cheese plates, loaded baked potatoes, pulled pork, and of course - my favorite Honey Mustard BBQ Wings! Yum!
Read MoreBeing a working single mom, I don't have a lot of time to cook. It's very rare that you will find me making a dinner using more than one pot and six ingredients! I love one-pot meals because they allow me to spend less time in the kitchen cooking and doing dishes, and spend more time with Aimery. My favorite week night recipe to make is Lemon Chicken Piccata! Not only is it a one-pot meal with just six ingredients, but it also takes less then 30 minutes from prep to clean up. Plus, this recipe includes my favorite pasta, DaVinci Spaghetti!
Read MoreI have always wanted to try making my own ice cream at home, so I finally gave in and ordered this ice cream maker! I LOVE making my own ice cream - it's so easy to make and I get to try out as many flavors as I want! During the summer, Aimery and I have been loving lemonade ice cream... so today I wanted to share a recipe just for fun!
Read MoreAimery is starting preschool this year and I can not BELIEVE he's starting school already! I found an amazing preschool in the area that allows children at his age to start early, and I was lucky to grab the last spot for him this fall! Although I'm going to miss spending summer days with him, I really am looking forward to getting on a set routine of knowing when he's going to school so I can plan work accordingly. I also signed him up for soccer practice on Saturday mornings, so our life is about to get real busy!
Read MoreIt’s officially fourth of July weekend, which means it’s time for backyard BBQs! Growing up, my family never really had a fourth of July tradition. Every year, we always did something different! Some years we would travel to Maryland and hang out with my cousins, and other years we stayed local and did fireworks with friends. When I left to travel and then go to college, I was never really home for the 4th of July - until this year when I moved back! Since I’m starting my own traditions with Aimery this year, I decided to celebrate the holiday by hosting a 4th of July BBQ at my home!
Read MoreWhat a better way to kick off summer then a dinner party with your closest friends? There's nothing I love more than to “wine-down” with a cheeseboard and a glass of wine! Looking for inspiration for your next outdoor gathering? Keep reading for 5 tips for throwing an easy dinner party!
Read MoreWho wouldn’t like to save up to $500 a year on groceries?! Like I wrote about in this post, I am working on becoming financially stable. Living on one income has me figuring out how I can best save money on everyday expenses. One way I’m doing that is cutting down my grocery budget!
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